The Society for Affective Science

In case you missed it - here's a little recap of what we did at the end of the SAS 2026 conference!

Words matter 💬 This plenary session brought together perspectives on how language shapes emltion regulation, development, and experience--from psychotherapy to childhood to insighs from classical India. A powerful reminder of the deep links between words, feelings, and wellbeing.

What's YOUR favorite part about going to a conference?? Take a look at what this year's attendees had to say!

Another big thank you to Springer Nature for sponsoring SAS2026!

Had a lot of fun at yesterday's keynote symposium re: the ties that bond with Tristen and Jeffrey! Who could have expected to see Keanu Reeves and pair of socks make an appearance :p check out both of their work to learn more about how to increase social connection!

Super inspiring work from Yulia, Mark, and Jose in yesterday's diversity symposium discussing how to rethink our approaches to studying cultural context!